Strength and Conditioning Coach

DMOS Orthopaedic Centers•Ankeny, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strength and Conditioning Coach designs and delivers evidence-based strength, conditioning, and athletic performance programs to improve athletic performance, reduce injury risk, and support long-term athletic development. The coach works with athletes of varying ages and skill levels and promotes sportsmanship, accountability, healthy lifestyle habits, and lifelong fitness skills. Working onsite at Engineered Performance by DMOS in Ankeny, Iowa, the coach provides individual and group-based performance coaching in a positive, encouraging, and consistent manner. The role includes developing and implementing performance training programs, monitoring athlete progress, communicating with athletes and families, and collaborating with coaches and team members to help athletes reach their goals and have an exceptional training experience. The coach also represents DMOS and Engineered Performance positively in the community. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. DMOS describes its culture as collaborative and supportive, emphasizing positive intent, curiosity, professional development, continuous learning, and work-life balance. Candidates who receive a conditional offer must complete criminal and federal background checks, education and reference verification, and an initial TB test.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Human Performance, or a closely related field.
Nationally accredited strength and conditioning certification, or willingness to obtain one within six months of employment.
Current CPR/AED or BLS certification, or willingness to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to remain on one's feet for extended periods and safely demonstrate exercises and movement techniques.
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
Ability to build professional, empathetic relationships with athletes, parents, coaches, and team members.
A passion for continuous improvement, athlete development, and evidence-based training practices.

Nice To Haves

NSCA-CSCS certification is strongly preferred.
Experience coaching athletes in individual, group, or team settings is preferred; internship experience will be considered.
Previous coaching experience or active strength and conditioning certifications.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver evidence-based strength, conditioning, and athletic performance programs.
Provide individual and group-based performance coaching to athletes in a positive, encouraging, and consistent manner.
Develop and implement training programs focused on athletic performance, injury-risk reduction, and lifelong movement skills.
Work with athletes of varying ages and skill levels to support long-term athletic development.
Monitor athlete progress and communicate effectively with athletes, families, coaches, and team members.
Foster sportsmanship, accountability, healthy lifestyle habits, and lifelong fitness skills.
Create an exceptional training experience and represent DMOS and Engineered Performance positively in the community.
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement and athlete development.